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About Don't Blame Me
"Don't Blame Me" is a popular song with music by Jimmy McHugh and lyrics by Dorothy Fields. The song was part of the 1932 show Clowns in Clover and was published in 1933. Popular versions that year were recorded by Ethel Waters, Guy Lombardo, and Charles Agnew. It was a No. 21 hit for Nat King Cole in 1948. The song received two significant "rock era" remakes: a ballad version by the Everly Brothers in 1961 which reached No. 20 on Billboard and an up-tempo version by Frank Ifield which reached No. 8 of the UK charts on 15 February 1964.more »
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Ever since the lucky night I found youI've hung around you just like a foolFalling head and heels in love like a kid out of schoolMy poor heart is in an awful state nowBut it's too late now to call a haltSo if I become a nuisance it's all your faultDon't blame me for falling in love with youI'm under your spell but how can I help itDon't blame meCan't you see when you do the things you do!If I can't conceal the thrill that I'm feelingDon't blame meI can't help it if that doggoned moon aboveMakes me need someone like you to love!Blame your kiss as sweet as a kiss can beAnd blame all your charms that melt in my armsBut don't blame meI like every single thing about youWithout a doubt you are like a dreamIn my mind I find a picture of us as a teamEver since the hour of our meetingI've been repeating a silly phraseHoping that you'll understand me one of these daysDon't blame me for falling in love with youI'm under your spell but how can I help it!Don't blame me!Can't you see when you do the things you do!If I can't conceal the thrill that I'm feelingDon't blame meI can't help it if that doggoned moon aboveMakes me need someone like you to love!Blame your kiss as sweet as a kiss can beAnd blame all your charms that melt in my armsBut don't blame me
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Nat King Cole
Nathaniel Adams Coles (March 17, 1919 – February 15, 1965), known professionally as Nat King Cole, was a musician who first came to prominence as a leading jazz pianist. He owes most of his popular musical fame to his soft baritone voice, which he used to perform in big band and jazz genres. He was one of the first black Americans to host a television variety show, and has maintained worldwide popularity since his death. more »
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Written by: DOROTHY FIELDS, JIMMY MC HUGH
Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
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9 facts about this song
Release History"Don't Blame Me" is a popular song with music by Jimmy McHugh and lyrics by Dorothy Fields. It was first made famous by Ethel Waters in 1933. - The song has been recorded by numerous artists over the years, including famous musicians like Frank Ifield, Guy Lombardo, Nat King Cole, and The Everly Brothers. |
Ethel Waters ReleaseEthel Waters was the first to record the song in 1933. Waters was an American singer and actress that frequently incorporated jazz and other popular music culture into her performances. |
Frank Ifield's VersionEnglish-born Australian easy listening and country music singer Frank Ifield recorded the song for his 1964 album, "Blue Skies." |
Guy Lombardo's RecordingThe song was also recorded by Canadian-American bandleader and violinist Guy Lombardo. This version was released in the USA as a 78rpm single. |
Nat King Cole's TakeAmerican singer and jazz pianist Nat King Cole recorded the song for his album "The Touch of Your Lips" released in 1961. |
The Everly Brothers' InterpretationThe Everly Brothers, a renowned American country-influenced rock and roll duo recorded the song for their 1965 album, "Rock'n Soul." |
Influence and LegacyThe song "Don't Blame Me" has influenced a wide array of musical genres from jazz to blues, to pop, rock, and country. - This song's words and melody have become a standard in American popular music, consistently covered and reinterpreted by new generations of musicians. |
Usage in MediaThe song has been used in various films and television shows throughout the years, marking its significance and impact in popular culture. |
Involvement of Jimmy McHugh and Dorothy FieldsThe words and music of "Don't Blame Me" were crafted by the talented duo, Jimmy McHugh and Dorothy Fields. Both of them have made considerable contributions to the Great American Songbook. - This song is considered one of their most successful collaborations. |
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